Martinson
1/19/2024
Principal's News
This week our fifth graders were visited by a historical presenter who took on the role of abolitionist author, Harriet Beecher Stowe. This amazing woman shared her incredible life story and the enormous impact she made when she wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin", which described her anti-slavery views. This presentation helped students understand the role Harriet Beecher Stowe played in supporting the fight to end slavery and bring change to our country. Special thanks to our PTO for bringing this informative enrichment program to our students.
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open!
Children entering Kindergarten must be five (5) years old by August 31, 2024.
Click HERE to visit the Kindergarten Registration webpage.
Families have the option to register online or in-person
Please be sure to complete your child’s registration no later than Thursday, February 29, 2024.
Important Events
Mon, Feb 5- Fri, Feb 9- Penny Wars
Mon, Feb 5 - 100th Day of School
Fri, Feb 9 - Gr. 3- Mrs . Irons Biography Presentation @ 1:30
Mon, Feb 12- Fri, Feb 16 - Diversity Spirit Week
Tues, Feb 13 - PTO Bingo Night 6:00-7:30
Thur, Feb 15 - Enrichment Dental Program for Gr. K
Mon, Feb19 - Fri, Feb 23 - February Vacation
From the Cafe
Lunch will be served at all elementary schools this year free of charge. Please click here for the menu. Breakfast is also available - please click here for the menu.
Also, please click here for an important message from the school nutrition department
Nurse's News
Winter Wellness Tips:
As the winter season brings colder temperatures, it's crucial to prioritize your well-being. Here are some tips to stay healthy during the winter:
Dress warmly in layers
Stay hydrated
Practice good hand hygiene
Get plenty of rest
It’s essential to be proactive in preventing the spread of colds and the flu. Encourage your child to wash their hands regularly, cover their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, and remind them of the importance of using tissues.
If you have any concerns about your child's health, or illnesses that may occur during the school year, please notify the school nurse at 781-319-3985.
If your child had any of the following symptoms today, please keep them home
Fever over 100 degrees (must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of tylenol or motrin to return to school)
Vomiting and/or diarrhea (if your child has had any vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours, they should not return to school)
Diagnosis of communicable disease such as strep throat or conjunctivitis (if diagnosed with a communicable disease and prescribed antibiotics, your child must not return to school until they have been on antibiotics for at least 24 hours
Remember, a healthy child is a happy and successful learner.
Jenny Goodwin
781-319-3985
PTO NEWS
MES LIVE! 2024 is here! It’s time to showcase all of our fabulous little talents and share the community love! Sign up your superstar(s) and get your tickets on ptboard now!
Sign up: https://martinson.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3999&form=7
Tickets: https://martinson.ptboard.com/formvw?store=3999&form=8
Save those pennies (and nickels, dimes, and quarters)! A very special fundraiser is on its way February 5-9! “Coin wars” is coming, and it will have a very fun theme! BA-DOING!
Please click here to see the video.
Join us in the cafe for Family Bingo night, February 13, from 6-7:30. This event will be free to our MES community on the evening of Friday 2/13. Keep an eye out for messages from the PTO
to RSVP (appreciated but not required)!
Raise your hand if your kids love Annie’s macaroni and cheese! Now raise your hand if you have the Box Tops for Education app in your phone! NO!?!? It’s the easiest way to get “free” money donated to the PTO! Just scan your receipt to get donations on favorite products like Annie’s, Old El Paso, Cheerios, Lysol, and so, SO many more! Don’t forget the pup! Blue Buffalo is also on the list! These little donations add up to great programs for our kids and community!
The offices of President, Vice President, and Secretary will be opening at the end of this school year.
These are two-year terms, but you can always invite a friend to share duties! Please consider reaching out to ptomartinson@gmail.com to learn more.
Library News
This week in the library we read "Groundhog Day!" written by Gail Gibbons. This nonfiction text taught us about the origins of Groundhog Day and about the star of the holiday, Punxsutawney Phil. We also utilized this text to assist us in making our own predictions about the end of winter/start of spring.
DISTRICT NEWS
Marshfield Education Foundation
The Marshfield Education Foundation is always looking for new members to join our organization. The MEF is currently seeking a new Treasurer to begin the 2024/25 school year. We would ideally like to have this role filled before our current Treasurer ends their term at the end of the 2023/24 school year. If you are interested, please send an email to info@marshfieldfoundation.org. Following is a brief description of the role:
- About the Treasurer role: Shall maintain accurate accounts of all monies of the MEF received or disbursed. The Treasurer shall carry out all MEF financial transactions at banks and depositories designated by the Board of Directors. The Treasurer shall have the authority to endorse all drafts received by the MEF, and render as required, an account of all transactions and of the financial condition of the MEF. The Treasurer will cause to prepare any financial statements required including tax forms. The Treasurer shall perform all duties incident to the office of Treasurer. The books and accounts of the Treasurer shall at all times be open to the inspection of the Directors and Officers of MEF and of any authorized auditor.
MES Education Foundation 5K
FEBRUARY 4, 2024 OPEN HOUSE
11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE VENTRESS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
The Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library is invi.ng the community to an Open
House at the Library on February 4, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The
Friends will be talking about the mission of the Friends, providing free treats,
highligh.ng the amazing services offered by the Library, and holding a fun
Scavenger Hunt. All Ages Welcome!
The Ventress Memorial Library has long served as a valuable resource for our
community – a place to learn new things, check out a best-selling book, and access
informa.on. The Library is rapidly adjus.ng to the changing needs of the
community and now the building has become a hub for residents working
remotely, a gathering place for children and parents in the development of early
literacy skills, a source for a collec.on of electronic and physical items that can be
loaned to residents at no cost, and a subscriber to high demand online
entertainment and informa.onal content.
The Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library is a non-profit organiza.on
dedicated to the success of the library. The Friends act as the major fundraiser for
the library, allowing it to purchase materials not within the town budget and offer
programs to meet the needs of all residents.
We look forward to seeing you on the 4th at the Library.
Ventress Memorial Library
15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA
News from the Ventress Library
Join the Ventress Children's department in Welcoming out therapy dog friend Rocko on a new night! Monday February 5 at 6pm! Stop by from 6-7 pm as we welcome Rocko and his owner Kim!! This program allows each child to have a 15 minute one-on-one session with Rocko! Children can pick a favorite book from home or the children's room. Spots are filled on a first come first served basis.
February Vacation fun!
February Vacation fun! Join us on February 22 at 2 pm, Learn to draw cartoon animals in this live in person program with award winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski. Kids will learn how to draw a variety of our furry, hooved, and feathered friends in this fun, interactive, and popular program for children ages 6-12 and their caregivers. Registration is required! Space is limited, so we ask that each child only bring one caregiver with them.
Marshfield SEPAC Presenttation- TAKING A CLOSER LOOK AT ANXIETY
When: Thursday, February 15 @ 6:30PM
Where: Seth Ventress Building, 76 South River Street
Presented by: Joanna Silverman from Pilgrim Area Collaborative
Register: Please click HERE to register *
Taking A Closer Look At Anxiety
Anxiety is increasing among school aged children and often goes misunderstood or unnoticed. It can impact a student’s ability to perform optimally in the school and community environment. To support students with anxiety, we need to understand it ourselves. During this workshop you will learn about the different types of anxiety, how they impact a child’s performance and useful strategies to use and consider when raising a child with anxiety.
The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session and light refreshments.
* If you require an interpreter, please note it on your registration no later than 2/12/2024
Sponsored by the Marshfield Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)
To learn more about SEPAC, visit https://mpsdsepac.weebly.com/
Martinson Elementary
Email: pdevlin@mpsd.org
Website: www.mpsd.org
Location: 257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: 781-834-5025
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Twitter: @mesppal